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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings

Contrary to popular belief, the Doberman Pinscher is a kind, loving, loyal dog. Such dogs are stereotypically considered aggressive, fighting, what they can become if they are not properly trained. Here's an example of how to train your Doberman to raise a good loving dog.

Steps

1. 1 Doberman puppy socialization: Dobermans, like all dogs, must be socialized at an early age.This means taking your puppy to parks, dog stores, and other places where your puppy will meet new people. If your puppy is not socialized enough, he will not be friendly towards other dogs in the future. This will become a serious problem.
2. 2 Purchase a suitable collar. A young Doberman needs almost nothing but a collar. As the dog grows older, you will notice an increase in its strength. For most females this is not a problem, but for males with a wider torso it may be necessary to purchase a bridle collar. A bridle collar works best as it establishes dominance. When using the halter, you walk directly next to the dog's head. The bridle collar is very similar to the horse halter. Rather than constantly pulling on the collar and trying to hold on to the dog while using the Gentle Leader (a great brand of bridle collar), all that is needed to control the dog is a quick, sharp pull on the leash. Do not forget to loosen the leash immediately after tightening. Most dogs will take a while to get used to the halter, but if you do it right, it won't harm your dog. Make sure you follow all the instructions that come with your purchase of a bridle collar. The Gentle Leader collar can be purchased at your local pet store. I prefer the Gentle Leader because I tried using this halter and it hurt my dog.
   • Stiff collars with metal closure are also effective, but create a fear-based connection. You won't get the respect you get with the Gentle Leader collar.
   • Electronic collars can be used, but they can emotionally and physically injure the dog if used improperly, so be very careful.
3. 3 Be firm when handling a Doberman. Doberman requires strict handling. Many people use this instruction as an excuse to be rude to the dog. The harsh treatment simply means that the Doberman is a fairly dominant dog that needs to be trained to distinguish good from evil at an early age. Never let your dog play a dominant role in puppyhood, because "being the property" of a large dog is not fun at all.
4. 4 Teams. The Doberman is relatively easy to train. As one of the smartest dog breeds, the Doberman can be taught a lot. Just be careful not to overdo it. The dog should enjoy the training process.
5. 5 Encourage your dog. Dobermans have a pronounced food instinct. But overfeeding can lead to many problems. Try using toys instead of food because food aggression is common among Dobermans.
6. 6 Don't get hung up on discipline. Dobermans must respond clearly to a firm "No". When scolding a dog, you need to address it, so look it directly in the eyes and point at it. Dobermans do not respond to physical punishment, while at the same time this is animal cruelty.
7. 7 Dobermans can be full of energy. One of the reasons why Dobermans are so popular with children is their ability to sense the child's energy. If you accidentally stepped on or tripped over your dog, he will not pay attention to it, unless you get angry. Dogs can feel and reflect emotions around them. So if your dog is behaving well, don't get hung up on reward because your dog may feel your joy. When the dog does not obey, do not punish him too much. She knows that you are not happy. This developed sense of energy allows dogs, especially Dobermans, to get along well with children.

Tips

• Your new Doberman puppy is very sensitive to punishment, so a hard no is enough.
• Puppies will chew on things. This is only because their teeth are growing.But do not disregard this. This is a bad habit that you need to get rid of.

Warnings

• Make sure your dog knows his boundaries. Many Dobermans guard the area and may even chase cars that pass too close to the road outside your home.
• Never let your puppy attack a large dog. It may look cute at the time, but not when your 35-40kg Doberman is attacking a neighbor's Labrador Retriever. Puppy fights lead to many problems, including: biting, growling, aggression, etc. Make sure you can tell the difference between playing and fighting. If your puppy becomes aggressive while playing with another dog, scold him immediately.